Commentary
Our industry is still dealing with ongoing shortages of available, qualified workers in clinics and pet services businesses. Last week we shared Zippia information about average tenure <Link> as it relates to older candidates <Link>. One dynamic of these labor challenges is creating places where people wish to stay and feel fulfilled.
Lydia Dishman writes from the opposite perspective in her article on deciding to switch jobs. She references Andrew Fennels’ five-step career self-assessment that helps you plot out a direction and make informed career decisions. Each author has a perspective for animal health pros who may be considering an employment change.
Sources:
- How to know when it’s time to switch jobs for something more meaningful, Fast Company, October 22, 2023. Link.
- How to pivot your career in 5 simple steps, Fast Company, July 6, 2023. Link.
INSIGHTS: Taking time to ensure the reasons for making a change are valid is an important part of the process. Exhausting options to improve your current position with the current employer is warranted, as well. The grass may not always be greener on the other side of the fence.